The change in regulations will also increase from three to four the number of breeding females (dogs, cats or small exotic/wild pocket pets) that people may maintain before they would be required to be licensed under the Animal Welfare Act. This will allow APHIS to better concentrate its resources on ensuring the welfare of animals at larger breeding operations.
Breeders who maintain four or fewer breeding females are considered hobby breeders who already provide sufficient care to their animals without APHIS’ oversight – provided they only sell the offspring of animals born and raised on their premises for pets or exhibition USDA - APHIS - Missing Page - Error 404 So what happens if you sell another dog to a breeder?? If you fall under the APHIS definition you must keep your breeding establishment to AWA standards. And Nancy that is where you will find what AWA wants in terms of kennels.